ARTS3319 · Fine Arts

Advanced Digital Media, Moving-Image Projects

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

This class is for advanced digital-media art and film students working in any moving-image medium (video art, experimental film, animation, programing-based imagery, video and performance, etc.) to refine and develop their ideas, skills, and presentation methods. This class is highly recommended for all Art Majors/Minors who want to incorporate moving-image elements into their thesis work. Though a variety of advanced techniques in Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and other programs will be demonstrated, students are REQUIRED to be proficient with the equipment and programs used in their type of moving-image production. Based on individual goals set in the beginning of the semester, students are expected to complete 3-4 short to medium pieces, or one larger piece over the semester. Students are asked to investigate methods for moving-image presentation and viewer experience/interaction beyond the traditional "movie" screen or monitor, including: multi-channel works; object-based or site-specific video installations; interactive pieces (triggered by motion, sound, or physical inputs); or mobile based pieces that utilize geo-location or augmented reality; etc. Based on a students goals, independent research and skill building may be required. Class sessions will be a mix of screenings, reading discussions, technical demonstrations, in-class work time, peer workshopping, and class critiques of students' projects. Artist talks or exhibition visits may be assigned, based on local event programming. The goal of this class is for students to refine their concepts, polish their formal and technical skills, and make deliberate presentation choices, so all elements add meaning to their moving-image works.